The annual Islamic Fashion Festival showcasing Islamic style kicked off in Kuala Lumpur on November 18. Leading designers from Malaysia, Iran, Indonesia, Bangladesh, UAE and other countries presented their clothing lines at the event. This event was intended to boost the morale of women cancer survivors.
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The annual Islamic Fashion Festival got underway on November 18, showcasing Islamic fashion.
Above: A model gets a last dab of lipstick before taking to the podium during the festival of Islamic fashion in Kuala Lumpur
Above: A model gets a last dab of lipstick before taking to the podium during the festival of Islamic fashion in Kuala Lumpur
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Leading designers from Malaysia, Iran, Indonesia, Bangladesh, UAE and other countries presented their clothing lines at the event.
Above: Models relaxing behind the scenes during the Islamic Fashion Festival
Above: Models relaxing behind the scenes during the Islamic Fashion Festival
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The first Islamic Fashion Show was held in Jakarta in 2006.
Above: Models behind the scenes while Calvin Thoo's collection is being presented, at the Islamic Fashion Festival in Kuala Lumpur
Above: Models behind the scenes while Calvin Thoo's collection is being presented, at the Islamic Fashion Festival in Kuala Lumpur
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The three-hour show was held at the JW Mariott Hotel.
Above: Models wearing Calvin Thoo's collection, at the Islamic Fashion Festival in Kuala Lumpur
Above: Models wearing Calvin Thoo's collection, at the Islamic Fashion Festival in Kuala Lumpur
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The event, named "Given Hope, Touching Hearts" was organized by Pink Unity - a non-governmental organization supporting women cancer survivors and the National Cancer Society of Malaysia, in collaboration with the Islamic Fashion Festival.
Above: Models parading Calvin Thoo's collection, at the festival of Islamic fashion in Kuala Lumpur
Above: Models parading Calvin Thoo's collection, at the festival of Islamic fashion in Kuala Lumpur
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Calvin Thoo, Salikin Sidek, MSJ Munsya, Jarumas, Fatimah Mohsin, Jenny Tjahyawati and other Malaysian designers presented their latest collections during the event.
Above: Models on the podium showing off Calvin Thoo's collection, a festival of Islamic fashion in Kuala Lumpur
Above: Models on the podium showing off Calvin Thoo's collection, a festival of Islamic fashion in Kuala Lumpur
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According to the canons of Islam, a woman's clothes must completely cover her body save for her face, wrists and feet.
Above: Models queuing up for the runway during a festival of Islamic fashion in Kuala Lumpur
Above: Models queuing up for the runway during a festival of Islamic fashion in Kuala Lumpur
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Seven female cancer survivors were among the models showcasing the latest designs in Islamic fashion.
Above: Behind the scenes of the Islamic Fashion Festival in Kuala Lumpur
Above: Behind the scenes of the Islamic Fashion Festival in Kuala Lumpur
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Also, the scarf must not be transparent.
Above: Models dressing up carefully behind the scenes during a festival of Islamic fashion in Kuala Lumpur
Above: Models dressing up carefully behind the scenes during a festival of Islamic fashion in Kuala Lumpur
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Loose garments are especially popular in Islamic culture.
Above: No lack of creativity was evident in the stunning designs on display
Above: No lack of creativity was evident in the stunning designs on display
